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Generic: dexamethasone ophthalmic View All Brands Decadron Ocumeter, AK-Dex, Adrenocot, Decadron Phosphate, Ophthalmic, Decadron, Dexasol, Dexamethasone, Ophthalmic, Ocu-Dex, Maxidex An ophthalmic steroid - It is used to treat swelling, redness, itching, and allergic reactions in the eye				To get info about second drug, type a name above.
What may interact with this medicine? Interactions are not expected. Do not use any other eye products without asking your doctor or health care professional. This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non- prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine. What should I watch for while using this medicine? Check with your doctor or health care professional if your condition does not start to get better, or if it gets worse. Check with your doctor or health care professional before using this medicine for any future eye problems. Tell your doctor or health care professional if you are exposed to anyone with measles or chickenpox, or if you develop sores or blisters that do not heal properly. If you wear contact lenses, ask your doctor or health care professional when you can use your lenses again. If you can continue wearing your lenses during treatment, wait 15 minutes after application of the product before inserting your lenses. What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine? Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible: allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue change in the amount of urine changes in vision fever, sore throat, sneezing, cough, or other signs of infection, wounds that will not heal increased thirst mental depression, mood swings, mistaken feelings of self importance or of being mistreated pain in hips, back, ribs, arms, shoulders, or legs redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth swelling of feet or lower legs unusual bleeding or bruising unusually weak or tired Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome): headache nausea, vomiting skin problems, acne, thin and shiny skin weight gain This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1- 800- FDA- 1088.
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